What is a missionary disciple? Grow as a Disciple of Jesus Dec 1, 2023 The term “missionary disciple” has been used to motivate Catholics to consistently live out our common evangelistic responsibility. Read More
A history of the nativity scene Christmas Dec 1, 2023 “The nativity scene is like a living Gospel rising up from the pages of sacred Scripture.” – Pope Francis’ Apostolic Letter, Admirabile Signum Read More
St. Francis Xavier Saint of the Month Dec 1, 2023 Patron of missions and co-founder of the Jesuits Read More
Faith is more than just agreeing with God and the Church Ask Father Mike Dec 1, 2023 I have a friend with whom I am trying to share the Gospel. He has great questions, but I’m not sure if he has faith yet. What should I do? Read More
Together with the Holy Family, we are called to walk in the ways of the Lord Christmas Dec 1, 2023 The feast of the Holy Family is appropriately placed on the liturgical calendar linking the Incarnation of Jesus to the human family who loved and taught him. Read More
Blessing Your Advent Wreath Advent Dec 1, 2023 When the blessing of the Advent Wreath is celebrated in the home, it is appropriate that it be blessed by a parent or another member of the family. Read More
Be your best self Grow as a Disciple of Jesus Nov 1, 2023 I’ll never forget the conversation where my dad revealed to me the difference between a nice guy and a good man. Read More
The Traditional Latin Mass Faith Matters Nov 1, 2023 Imagine you were in the eternal city when the Church of Rome decided to change the liturgical language from Greek to Latin. Read More
The Boat is Rocking and Shaking Habits of the Heart Nov 1, 2023 This is a familiar Scripture passage, and we can visualize the scene. Saint Augustine described this scene in his own, powerful imagery: Read More
Praying Psalm 23 Spiritual Fitness Nov 1, 2023 The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I lack. In green pastures he makes me lie down; to still waters he leads me; he restores my soul. Read More
The Preparation of the Gifts: It’s not intermission Kindling for the Fire Nov 1, 2023 If we want to understand the Liturgy of the Eucharist as a whole, we need to understand what is happening here. Read More
The strength of the four matriarchs Theology 101 Oct 1, 2023 The children of these four women would lead to the formation of the 12 tribes of Israel. Read More
Why do we pray for the dead? Spiritual Fitness Oct 1, 2023 Have you ever been asked why we, as Catholics, place so much emphasis on praying for the dead? Read More
St. Teresa of Ávila Saint of the Month Oct 1, 2023 Teresa was ultimately guided by her literal burning love for God, and she paved her own way. Read More
Don’t sell angels short! Grow as a Disciple of Jesus Oct 1, 2023 Clearly, our culture is fascinated with the spiritual realm and the beings that inhabit it. Read More
Celebrating the Month of the Holy Rosary Digital Exclusive Oct 1, 2023 October celebrates the holy rosary. Read More
Esther Theology 101 Sep 1, 2023 Although the story of Esther is full of numerous twists and turns, the spiritual points are clear. Read More
The pain of renunciation Habits of the Heart Sep 1, 2023 Self-denial or renunciation of one’s own will happens throughout life. Read More
Find the power of Pentecost like St. Peter Grow as a Disciple of Jesus Sep 1, 2023 There’s something about Peter’s journey of faith and transformation that deeply resonates with me. Read More
The Incorruptibles…and the curious case of Sister Wilhelmina Faith Matters Sep 1, 2023 Whenever my nephew plays the game “Two Truths and a Lie,” he likes to state that he was once an altar server in St. Peter’s Basilica. Read More
Staying on the path to holiness Spiritual Fitness Sep 1, 2023 Being humble means forsaking our egos by putting others before us. It means putting God’s will for our lives above our own. Read More
Do we receive Jesus’ crucified or resurrected body in Holy Communion? Source + Summit Sep 1, 2023 Do we receive Christ's pre-crucifixion body, his crucified body or his resurrected body? Read More
A Summertime ode to leisure Faith Matters Jul 1, 2023 Summer is celebrated as a time of leisure in many of our songs, such as “Summertime, and the livin’ is easy.” Read More
Why do I still feel badly about my sins after I’ve confessed? Ask Father Mike Jul 1, 2023 I’ve been to confession, and I know that God has forgiven my sins. But I still feel badly about them. What should I do? Read More